A recent Reuters poll shows that President Donald Trump’s approval ratings have dropped as more Americans grow concerned about the economy.
The poll found that Trump’s job approval fell by three points since he began his second term a month ago. This decline is mainly due to growing worries about the economy, an issue that many believed helped him win the 2024 election.
According to the poll, 53% of Americans now think the economy is headed in the wrong direction, up from 43% in late January. Trump’s approval for handling the economy also dropped from 43% to 39%.
This dip in approval comes as inflation unexpectedly rose to 3% in Trump’s first month back in office, making everyday items like eggs and coffee more expensive for consumers.
The poll also found that many people are unhappy with Trump’s plan to put tariffs on imported goods. 54% of respondents were against tariffs, while 41% supported them.
